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Responsive Lab Podcast

Virtuous Software

Welcome to The Responsive Lab, presented by Virtuous. In this podcast, we"re exploring how nonprofits leverage technology to deepen donor engagement. Join us in the lab as we mix innovation with impact, tackling challenges and discovering new possibilities for the nonprofit sector.

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EP 50: Building a Renewed Narrative with Community...

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2025/09/04

In this special episode ofThe Responsive Lab, co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus bring you a featured session from the2025 Responsive Nonprofit Summit. Join guests Stacy Houston, Rebecca Barnard, Jonathan McCoy, Vivian Borja, Becky Endicott, and Dr. Tim Lampkin as they challenge outdated narratives in nonprofit storytelling and share how to co-create more authentic, dignified, and powerful stories with the communities you serve. Highlights

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EP 49: Don’t Lose the Donor: Keeping Fundraising...

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2025/09/02

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus sit down with Sterrin Bird, long-time fundraising leader and nonprofit executive-in-residence at Attain Partners, for a conversation on how technology can support—but never replace—the deeply human work of fundraising. Sterrin unpacks: Why so many orgs still get “donor-centricity” wrong How AI agents can support mid-level and major gift fundraising at

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EP 48: How to Transform Data Into Strategic Decisions...

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2025/08/28

In this special episode ofThe Responsive Lab, co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus bring you a featured session from the2025 Responsive Nonprofit Summit. We’re diving deep into one of the most overlooked assets in the nonprofit world: data.Fundraising veteran T. Clay Buck and neuroscience-PhD-turned-AI-CEO Tim Paris explore why clean data isn’t just a tech concern, it’s a fundraising necessity. From the dangers of messy data to the exciting

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EP 47: Aligning AI with Mission: Human-Centered...

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2025/08/26

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus are joined by Matt Scott—founder of CauseMic and nonprofit messaging strategist—for a candid conversation on aligning AI with your mission. Together, they explore the real (and often misunderstood) ways AI can amplify your message, improve team capacity, and deepen donor relationships without losing the human touch. Matt shares how nonprofits are already using AI to simplify strategic

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EP 46: Empathy-Driven Social Strategy for Nonprofits...

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2025/08/19

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus sit down with Brynne Krispin, founder of Cause Fokus, to talk about the power of an empathy-driven social strategy and how nonprofits can use content and platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram to foster trust, connection, and long-term donor retention.Brynne brings a decade of nonprofit social media experience — including her time at IJM — and explains how she pivoted toward empathy-based

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EP 45: Overcoming the Competition For Connection with...

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2025/08/14

In this special episode ofThe Responsive Lab, co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus bring you a featured session from the2025 Responsive Nonprofit Summit. Virtuous Chief AI Officer, Nathan Chappell, explores why nonprofits aren’t just competing for dollars anymore, they’re competing for connection.Drawing from his decades of experience and his acclaimed book The Generosity Crisis, Nathan challenges fundraisers to confront today’s tough questions:

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EP 44: Fixing What’s Broken in Nonprofit Email...

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2025/08/12

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, co-hosts Scott Holthaus and Carly Berna sit down with email marketing consultant Katelyn Baughan of KB Digital to uncover what’s broken in nonprofit email marketing and how to fix it. From donor retention challenges to the pitfalls of “spray and pray” messaging, Katelyn shares practical ways to move from broadcasting to relationship-building. Learn how to create a high-impact donor welcome series, set up automations that

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EP 43: Turning Event Attendees into Long-Term Donors...

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2025/08/07

In this episode of Ask a Responsive Fundraiser, Sam Staley, Founder and CEO of Event.Gives, joins us to challenge traditional metrics of event success. From the power of personalized thank-you messages to the concept of “dollars in the room,” Sam shares actionable strategies nonprofits can use to grow giving long after the event ends. This episode is packed with real-world insights on how fundraisers can: Rethink event ROI with a lifetime

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EP 42: Navigating Budget Cuts, Donor Shifts, and...

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2025/08/05

What do you do when your nonprofit loses 75% of its budget overnight? In this episode of The Responsive Lab, fundraising veteran Barbara O’Reilly of Windmill Hill Consulting joins co-hosts Scott Holthaus and Carly Berna for a deeply practical and human conversation about leading through financial turbulence. From donor shifts and budget cuts to internal turmoil and board conversations, Barbara offers honest, tactical advice for nonprofit leaders facing

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EP 41: Designing & Scaling a Donor Retention Strategy...

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2025/07/31

In this special episode of The Responsive Lab, co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus bring you a featured session from the 2025 Responsive Nonprofit Summit. Join Christine Robertson from NPact and John Mark Vanderpool from Social Impact Solutions as they sit down with Virtuous DBA-in-residence, Kayla Schneider, to tackle one of the biggest challenges in nonprofit fundraising: donor retention. This episode dives deep into practical strategies for increasing donor

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EP 40: Creating Memorable Experiences for Modern...

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2025/07/29

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus sit down with Brady Josephson, VP of Marketing and Growth at charity:water. Brady makes the case for long-term brand marketing in a nonprofit world obsessed with short-term returns. He unpacks how charity:water’s latest initiatives — including their immersive Experience Lab and viral “Work from Bed” campaign — are using creativity and real-world touchpoints to increase future donor demand

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EP 39: Scaling Relational Giving Through Giving...

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2025/07/24

In this episode of Ask a Responsive Fundraiser, we’re joined by Emily Rasmussen, founder of Grapevine, the platform behind the growing Giving Circle movement.Emily brings over 15 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, impact finance, and community organizing. She shares how responsive fundraisers can shift from transactional giving to relational belonging. You’ll hear: • What it actually means to build a donor community • Why

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EP 38: Beyond the Ask: Why Donor Lifetime Value...

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2025/07/22

In this data-packed episode of The Responsive Lab, Scott Holthaus and Carly Berna sit down with John Mark Vanderpool, co-founder of Social Impact Solutions, to talk all things Donor Lifetime Value (LTV). John Mark brings a unique perspective — combining nonprofit experience, impact evaluation, and business acumen — to help leaders rethink their fundraising strategy. In the episode, you’ll explore how understanding and leveraging donor LTV can completely shift your

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EP 37: Leading Change with Empathy: The PAUSE...

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2025/07/15

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus sit down with Heather Hiscox, social impact strategist and author of No More Status Quo, to unpack how nonprofits can lead organizational change with empathy, inclusion, and clarity. Heather shares the story behind her innovative PAUSE Framework — a practical, five-step method to navigate uncertainty and build sustainable change.From challenging the myths of startup culture to

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EP 36: From Story to Strategy: Marketing That Drives...

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2025/07/01

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, Carly and Scott sit down with Aidan Augustin, Co-founder and CRO at Feathr, to unpack how to turn your story into a strategy that actually drives donor action.Nonprofits are facing real headwinds — from declining trust to loud public skepticism. But Aidan makes the case that now is the time for nonprofit leaders to get louder, not quieter. With humor, clarity, and tactical advice, Aidan explains how digital marketing can fuel

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EP 35: The Mid-Level Multiplier Effect: How to...

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2025/06/24

Mid-level donors are often overlooked. But in this episode ofThe Responsive Lab, Jeff Schreifels joins co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus to explain why that’s a costly mistake.As Principal at the Veritus Group and a recognized authority in major gifts, Jeff shares the pivotal role mid-level giving plays in a healthy donor pipeline. He breaks down the common roadblocks nonprofits unintentionally put in front of givers and offers practical guidance for teams ready to

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EP 34: How AI is Transforming Fundraising and Donor...

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2025/06/17

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, we’re exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and human empathy with two visionary leaders at Virtuous: Gabe Cooper, CEO and Founder, and Nathan Chappell, Chief AI Officer.They unpack the myths, ethics, and incredible potential of AI to help nonprofits grow generosity at scale, without sacrificing what makes fundraising meaningful. From automating repetitive work to enabling truly personal donor experiences,

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EP 33: Building Clean, Connected, and Donor-Centric...

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2025/06/12

On this episode of Ask a Responsive Fundraiser, Scott chats with Christine Robertson, Consulting Manager at NPact and expert in nonprofit CRM systems, to unpack the essential role that clean data, empowered teams, and thoughtful automation play in driving generosity.Christine doesn’t just talk about data management; she shows how it can transform fundraising when done right. Topics covered: • Why maintaining your database is like cleaning

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EP 32: Inside the 2025 Benchmark Report with Carly...

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2025/06/10

What does it really take to grow generosity in 2025? In this episode of The Responsive Lab, co-host Scott Holthaus sits down with Carly Berna, Fundraiser in Residence at Virtuous, and Gabe Cooper, CEO of Virtuous, for an in-depth conversation about the newly released 2025 Virtuous Nonprofit Fundraising Benchmark Report. You’ll learn why these seven KPIs matter more than ever, what the data reveals about donor loyalty and mid-level giving, and how nonprofits can turn

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EP 31: Breaking Through Donor Fatigue with Beth Fisher

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2025/06/03

Fundraisers today are overwhelmed. Between short donor attention spans, economic uncertainty, and leadership pressure to meet ambitious goals, it’s easy to feel stuck or burnt out. That’s exactly why Beth Fisher, nonprofit consultant, strategist, and former Chief Advancement Officer, joined Scott and Carly to share a perspective that’s as empowering as it is practical. In the episode, Beth gets real about: - What it means to be “tenaciously relational” - Why most fundraising

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